25 October 2012

Current Jobs at ABT Associates

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the new USAID-funded Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS2 TO4) Project, which seeks
to reduce the burden of malaria in 14 African countries through cost-effective commodities procurement and logistics systems, access to technical expertise, and implementation of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS).

Abt Associates seeks qualified candidates for the project's operations in Nigeria. Brief descriptions and qualification requirements for the positions are listed below.

TECHNICAL SPECIALIST/ENTOMOLOGICAL COORDINATOR 
Provides, overall coordination of the implementation of entomological field activities; undertakes day-to-day monitoring of
IRS operation, and support counterparts in monitoring activities;
implements capacity-building efforts to increase and expand the skills of local counterparts and field team technicians; provides
guidance and support to a focal counterpart from the MoH/NMCP or research lnstltutlon for the supervision of district level field reams of entomological technicians or vector control officers who perform mosquito collections and tests; ensures the field teams follow all WHO approved guidelines, protocols, and techniques for mosquito collections and tests; ensures all data from all collection activities are recorded on data entry forms; performs mosquito identifications; undertakes data analysis and prepare monitoring
reports.

Minimum qualification Requirements include the following:
Master's Degree in Entomology, Environmental Studies, Biology or relevant field and at least six (6) years of relevant professional experience in the implementation of vector control and entomological monitoring activities; experience in international development programs, preferably at USAID-funded programs; knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research and analytic methodologies; knowledge about malaria prevention programming is very desirable and English Language fluency.

ENTOMOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Undertakes day-to-day maintenance of the insectary and other monitoring activities of IRS operation, and support counterparts in monitoring activities;
actively participates in larval collections and rearing; assists in coordinating the implementation of various entomological field
activities.

Minimum qualification Requirements include the following:
OND in Environmental Studies, Biology or relevant field. SSCE with at least 5 years' experience in Malaria vector control activities;
experience in international development programs, preferably USAID-funded programs; experience in rearing susceptible strains
of Anopheles mosquitoes in an insectary desirable; knowledge about malaria prevention programming is very desirable and
English Language fluency.

NB: All applications must be submitted within 2 weeks of this publication

Method of Application
To be considered for the position, the applicant must submit his/her CV and an application letter that provides details of the applicant's  specific qualifications for the position to: employment_africairs@yahoo.com

In the subject line of the email, write the title of the position you are applying for as the subject. Applications that do not follow this instruction, or that do not meet the stated minimum requirements will not be considered.

Interested candidates can learn more about ABT Associates multi-disciplinary group of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis and system strengthening services in more than 100 countries atwww.abtassocaites.com
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PLANNED PARENTHOOD FEDERATION OF NIGERIA (PPFN) VACANCIES


The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN) is a national non-governmental organization promoting Reproductive Health (RH) in Nigeria. PPFN seeks suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant positions under the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL)-funded Project for a one-year contract of employment: POSITION: RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (RA2012)
LOCATION: DUTSE, JIGAWA STATE

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The purpose of this position is to support the implementation of the JPAL Project initiatives in the evaluation of community-based interventions designed to decrease maternal mortality in the rural communities in northern Nigeria (Jigawa) titled “Strengthening the Midwives Service Scheme with Community Focused Interventions: Evidence from a Randomized Controlled Field Trial in Nigeria”.
The Research Associate will work closely with academic researchers and other field staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, the following:
Communication activities
Data Management
Training
Financial Management
REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Public Health or related fields.
Experience in the management of programme implementation or field research in health or development economics in a developing country for at least a year
Excellent management and organizational skills along with strong quantitative skills.
Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team player
Demonstrated ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations
Knowledge of Stata (strongly preferred) or other data analysis software is preferred.
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials preferred
Good understanding of finances and budgeting is essential
Capability to coordinate and supervise other staff
DUE DATE: 1 November, 2012
TO APPLY
Suitably qualified persons are invited to send in their one page letter of application indicating the position applied and justification for their applications and comprehensive career resume to:
Email: vacancyra@ppfn.org Please refer to ppfn.org for more details on this vacancy.
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24 October 2012

Manager - Revenue Assurance at Etisalat Nigeria - Lagos


Etisalat Nigeria is recruiting to fill the vacant position of:
Job Title: Manager, Revenue Assurance 


Location: Lagos 

Job Summary
Develop and implement a revenue life-cycle approach which minimizes revenue leakages and maximizes revenue opportunities across the business

Principal Functions
  • Maximize revenue by reducing revenue leakages and identifying revenue opportunities in relevant processes
  • Allocate resources to investigate, analyze, evaluate and correct revenue impacting issues as they arise
  • Assume responsibility for continuous improvements and special projects aimed at identifying new revenue opportunities and optimizing revenue assurance tools
  • Provide inputs in the development, update and review of all revenue impacting policies, processes and procedures for all revenue streams and in line with global best practice
  • Review and recommend changes to all revenue related policies, processes, procedures and business rules in order to further minimize revenue leakages
  • Assess revenue impact of new products, network elements and billing system changes
  • Keep abreast of global and local best practices with regard to revenue assurance management
  • Support the continuous review of revenue assurance activities with regard to the network and revenue streams; make recommendations for improvement and implement approved initiatives
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
  • Provide independent cross-functional internal consultancy aimed at protecting existing revenue streams of the business
  • Develop KPIs across functional areas to monitor revenue maximization
  • Promote a revenue assurance culture across Etisalat Nigeria by contributing to the creation of a revenue-responsible organization which is on alert for revenue leakages and over-billing and actively maximizes revenue opportunities
  • Support the acquisition and implementation of essential automated tools/ solutions which test for and monitor leakages and adequacy of business rules
  • Introduce quantifiable revenue monitoring mechanisms around the business strategy so as to ensure success of the strategy
  • Represent the status, current action plans and future direction of Revenue Assurance to the Revenue Assurance Steering Committee
  • Improve and streamline current revenue assurance tools, processes and procedures
  • Identify new revenue opportunity areas within the revenue life-cycle
  • Approve revenue-assurance focussed criteria for new product or network element prior to implementation
  • Ensure that revenue affecting business processes have built-in mechanisms to assure revenue streams via visibility, controls and good process design
  • Establish and maintain reconciliation processes to ensure end-to-end visibility of revenue streams and data accuracy
  • Ensure data integrity in all revenue impacting systems across Etisalat Nigeria
  • Build controls into revenue impacting projects within Etisalat Nigeria
  • Ensure ad hoc reviews of all rate tables within Etisalat Nigeria's billing systems
  • Manage, co-ordinate and conduct one-off and recurring analyses to test/ elicit suitability of business processes
  • Actively seek revenue leakages within Etisalat Nigeria with a view to working with involved parties to plug such leakages and ensure future revenues are assured
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the Head-Revenue Assurance & Fraud Management

Educational Requirements
  • First degree or equivalent in relevant disciplines
  • Postgraduate/ professional qualifications will be an advantage, e.g Associate Chartered Accountant
  • Between six (6) and eight (8) directly relevant post-NYSC work experience, with at least most recent three (3) years in a supervisory role

Application Closing Date
29th October, 2012

Method of Application

Qualified and Interested Candidates should Click Here To Apply Online
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Commercial Finance Manager at PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc


PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc, a market leader in the FMCG sector is seeking for a highly competitive, experienced professional to join our team. Our products are distributed across multiple channels, and we place a high level of importance on the Quality and services we offer to our customers. 

PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc is recruiting to fill the vacant position of:
Job Title: Commercial Finance Manager

Location: Lagos


Job Role:
The successful candidate will be required to:
  • Support Business Planning Process by providing financial reports and analysis, evaluating impacts and identify gaps, risks and opportunities concerning business decisions.
  • Drive Budget, PFs and 5YP processes in line with group timeline.
  • Monitor brand performance against plan and/or forecast  and report on major variances with particular reference to margin%.
  • Monitor Channel performance against plan and/or forecast and report on major variances. 
  • Organize monthly financial review meetings and follow through agreed action points.
  • On a monthly basis conduct balance sheet reconciliation review to highlight all profit risks and opportunities. 
  • Drive regional performance through regional profitability report
  • Drive the weekly financial reporting process and ensure effective weekly overhead. 
  • Ensure adequate and effective control in After Sales service operations 
  • Monitor After Sales Spares consumption and ensure that calculation of warranty provision accurate and well understood. 
  • Prepare accurate costing for all CAC projects and ensure that each project financials are prepared and shared on monthly basis.
  • Ensure spending controls are in place. 

Requirements
The Right candidate must:
  • Be ACA or ACCA qualified with at least two years post NYSC experience in a FMCG outfit.
  • Have demonstrated experience in financial accounting, budget preparation as well as financial controls.
  • Have interpersonal skills and effective communication both verbal and written.
  • Must be good on Microsoft Office – Excel & Word
  • Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS.    

Application Closing Date
31 October, 2012

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Please note: When page opens click on "show vacancies",  and register to apply.
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Vacancy in a Reputable Organisation in Benin City, ( 3 Position )


VACANCY!
A reputable water producing company in Benin city, needs the services of a resourceful, experienced and dynamic professional for the following position: 
  •  Store keeper, with minimum of OND in relative field. 
  • Sales Rep, with minimum of OND in relative field. 
  • Qualified Quality control Officer with minimum of B.sc in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, science laboratory technology.

Method of Application:
All interested candidate should  submit application letter in person to the Address below:
75b Benin Agbor Road, Ikpoba Hill Benin City, Edo State.
 Or send E-mail to jonick4real@yahoo.com
Call 08056742350
20 October 2013 
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23 October 2012

Domestic Payments Manager at Standard Chartered


Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria - We attract talented individuals. Not only can they give you the benefit of their experience, they also reveal a closer, more personal look at the wide range of global opportunities we offer. We strive to make Standard Chartered a great place to work by creating an engaging, inclusive and safe environment that rewards success and encourages employees to take control of their personal development. At the core of the Group's people strategy is our focus on employee engagement.
 
Engagement is a key driver of productivity and performance, which creates the foundation of our performance culture. We encourage and focus on the behaviours that bring out the very best from every employee, assessing their performance not just on results but on how those results were achieved. To further embed these behaviours we have a remuneration programme in place, carefully designed to incentivise our employees to live our values every day.

We are recruiting to fill the post of :

Job Title: Domestic Payments Manager
Job ID: 356581

Job Description
To ensure "end to end" processing of Salaries and Domestic EFT transactions from the following range of services:
NGN Inflows and Outflows on all platforms available and Local Correspondent Banks Account management, while ensuring that quality service is delivered.

Key Roles & Responsibilities
  • Handles and makes decisions regarding daily operational activities relating to Salaries and EFT processing to ensure compliance with operational procedures and regulatory controls
  • Ensure timely authorization of naira transfers on the CBN CIFTS (RTGS) system ensuring compliance with the CIFTS rules and regulations.
  • Ensure timely authorization of transactions on ebranch.
  • Authorize STS transactions and ensure all activities on the desk are closely monitored.
  • Establish the strategic direction of Payments Unit, which reflects the business goals of the Bank.
  • Ensure that the Domestic Payments Unit operates in accordance with the established operating procedures and risk requirements.
  • Receive and respond to enquiries relating to Salaries and EFTs on a same day basis.
  • Ensure that the GM and GM Ops are advised for all transactions on time for adequate funding.
  • Establish the strategic direction for the Salaries and EFT Unit, which reflects the business goals of the Bank.
  • Ensure that Salaries and EFTs are processed in line with the DOI taking into cognizance all risk requirements.
  • Establish performance goals and complete regular written reviews of EFT Officers and the Payment Assistant.
  • Co-ordinate with local Systems and Processes and Technical Services to ensure customer and business interests are properly represented in all Domestic payment activities.
  • Control the day to day management and smooth running of the Unit.
  • Maintain staff morale to improve productivity within the department.
  • Undertake all Key Control Reviews as assigned.
  • Daily review of Suspense accounts to ensure deposition of suspended items relating to domestic payment.
  • Ensure daily review of Nostro Accounts (CBN, GTB, FBN, Bank PHB) and that outstanding entries are treated promptly.
  • Manage, from an operations point of view, the bank's relationship with local correspondent banks.

Local Correspondent Banks
  • Ensure daily review of our accounts with GTB, FBN, Access bank and PlatinumHabib Bank, checking that these accounts are adequately funded to cover all anticipated transactions
  • Ensure that all lodgments into these accounts in favour of our customer are credited to the customers' account promptly.
  • Confirmation of all Up Country cheques issued from the branches and Head Office to our Correspondent banks to ensure prompt payment upon presentation.
  • Ensure that cheque issued registers are maintained and that the registers are updated for all cheques issued.
  • Maintaining very good relationship with our contact officials in these banks to ensure prompt handling of our transactions.
  • To co-ordinate branch activities with respect to Salaries and EFT processing.
  • Ensure provision of adequate MIS on Domestic payment transactions.
  • Ensure customers complaints are investigated and responded to promptly.
  • Reviews internal systems to seek ways of improving processes to ensure smooth workflows are achieved.
  • Provides input to the development and enhancement of payment products especially as it relates to systems and procedures
  • Performing other duties as may be assigned by the manager

Money Laundering
Ensure to remain alert to the risk of money laundering and assist in the bank’s effort in combating it by adhering to the key principles in relation to: "identifying our customer, reporting suspicious transactions, safeguarding records and not disclosing suspicions to customers in order to protect both customers and banks’ interest.

Qualifications & Skills
  • Degree and relevant banking experience in banking operations
  • Thorough knowledge of local regulations
  • In-depth knowledge of SCB's Payment policy manual.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications
  • Good analytical skills to analyze, interpret, resolve and change workflow and improve productivity

Application Closing Date
1st November, 2012

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should: 

Click here to apply online


Note: When the page opens, at the Location dropdown, select Nigeria - SCBand click Search, then click Domestic Payments Manager
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MICROSOFT LATEST VACANCIES


DYNAMICS LEAD
JOB CATEGORY: Sales
LOCATION: Nigeria, Nigeria – Non Location Specific
JOB ID: 812626
DIVISION: Sales
 
Describe the focus of your work group and a general description of the work performed by the workgroup.
The Dynamics Lead is responsible and ambassador for the MBS (Microsoft Business Solutions) business within an individual Microsoft Subsidiary.
He/She is the ultimate responsible for all financial aspects, organizational health and change management agent of the MBS business and directly manage Sales, Marketing and Partner organization.
Personal interfacing with Microsoft other operating models such, Enterprise and Partner Group (EPG), Small and Midmarket solutions and Partners group (SMSP), Public Sector, Communication Sector, Services and Marketing & Operations leaders in the Subsidiary as MBS spans and scale through this operating models.
The Dynamics lead represents the subsidiary to MBS Corp Business Group and amplify Microsoft Dynamics product value to partner, customers and Microsoft organization through One Microsoft approach
WHY DOES THE ROLE EXIST?
The Dynamics Lead adds value to Microsoft by producing results across six pillars:
1. Developing and ensuring the execution of the Microsoft Business Solutions strategy and vision for the Subsidiary.
2. Providing the inspiration and leadership for the Dynamics Team in their territory.
3. Driving integration with the Regional and Subsidiary Leadership Teams to amplify Dynamics value.
4. Establishing clear defined metrics and growth targets accountability and driving these through the business.
5. To Co-ordinate the efforts and resources across the marketing, sales, services and channel management functions to maximize business results.
6. Play an active Change Management role to drive World Class excellence following the Profile of Excellence
The Dynamics Lead will drive success across these six pillars by challenging teams and individuals to execute faster and better than the competition; by innovating in the business imperatives execution and the risk areas for the business; and by stretching the status quo to enable Microsoft Business Solutions to meet aggressive growth targets and exceed market growth.
HOW DOES THE ROLE ADD VALUE?
The Dynamics Lead adds value to customers and partners by providing an executive presence and expertise at the Subsidiary level. Success is measured by customer and partner satisfaction (results from NSAT scores and anecdotal feedback), an expanded # of customer and partner executive-level contacts and increased awareness of the Microsoft Dynamics business value proposition in the local market and within targeted industries.
HOW IS ROLE UNIQUE FROM OTHER ROLES?
1. Its ability to motivate and inspire in a business and in markets that are new, challenging and changing.
2. Its leadership of a team of Managers and their direct reports that is diverse, with a focus on managing and developing diversity of skills, motivations and goals.
3. Its development of short and long-term strategies, based on local market conditions and customer and partner needs.
4. Its ability to demonstrate integrated market thinking, bringing solutions, customers, partners and focus in the ¨Routes to Market¨, defined for Microsoft Dynamics ERP and Microsoft Dynamics CRM offering.
What are key initiatives and challenges facing this role over the next six months to three years?
1. Growing the business by ensuring driving customer additions, revenue and market share goals and objectives.
2. Build a strong Channel, with the right level of capabiltities to rise more opportunitites and accelerate sales 3. Building teams that can produce monthly business results in a reliable and predictable way, following the defined processes and procedures and using the related tools.
4. ¨One Microsoft¨, Working effectively with Enterprise and Partner Group (EPG), Small and Midmarket Solutions and Partners Group(SMS&P), Public Sector, Comm. Sector, Services, Business and Marketing Organizations (M&O) and in coordinated operations to drive revenue and growth targets, optimized sales productivity, penetration goals, deployment objectives and customer and partner satisfaction.
5. Lead Microsoft Innovation through Cloud strategy within Microsoft Dynamics business.
MBD-M&S

CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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RUBBER ESTATES NIGERIA LIMITED JOB VACANCIES( 7 POSITIONS )

Rubber Estates Nigeria Limited – We are a key player in the Agricultural an Allied business in Nigeria with great potentials.
As a result of our expansion, we require competent and trustworthy hands for recruitment in our organization 
Rubber Estates Nigeria Limited is recruiting to fill the following vacant positions:
1) AGRICULTURAL OFFICERS/ TRAINEES
REQUIREMENTS
Good degree in Agricultural Sciences (Except Animal Science, Botany and Forestry) with minimum 1-2 years experience.
Not more than 35 years.
2) GRADE OPERATORS
REQUIREMENTS
Good and experienced Grader Operators with minimum of 5-10 years practical experience in Road Construction, Rehabilitation and Maintenance.
Not more than 35 years. 
3) CIVIL ENGINEERING OFFICERS
REQUIREMENTS
A good degree in Civil or Building Engineering with minimum practical experience of 5 years in both Building and Road Construction.
4) EXECUTIVE DRIVER
REQUIREMENTS
Experienced honest and humble driver with minimum of 10 years practical experience preferably in a company with proven record.
Good knowledge of Lagos metropolis.
Must have a valid drivers license and not more than 35 years old.
5) ELECTRICAL MANAGER
REQUIREMENTS
Good degree in Electrical Engineering with minimum of 15-20 years practical experience in Power Installation, designs, exposure to high tension lines and Heavy duty Generator Sets.
Ability to detect electrical faults and provide solutions in an industrial and residential environment is desirable.
Not less than 40 years.
6) WORKSHOP MANAGER
REQUIREMENTS
Good degree in Mechanical Engineering with minimum of 15-20 years experience in managing a workshop for repairs and maintenance of Heavy duty vehicles.
Ability to detect mechanical faults, spare parts management and provide solutions in an industrial environment is desirable.
Not less than 40 years.
Earth moving and Agricultural equipment, and Heavy Duty Generators up to 1000 Kva capacity.
7) CAT ENGINE MECHANIC/ TRACTOR MECHANIC
REQUIREMENTS
A very good 5-10 years practical experience/knowledge in handling
Agricultural equipments. Pail-loader, Forklift, Tractors etc
City & Guilds certificates or Trade test is an added advantage.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send applications along with resume and copies of their credentials to: applications@rubberestates.com
OR
The Human Resource Manager
P.O. Box 981 Beam City,
Edo State.
DUE DATE: 31st October, 2012.
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RECENT VACANCIES @ JOHN SNOW, INC. (JSI)


John Snow, Inc. (JSI) is a US based international Public Health consulting firm, manages four (4) projects/contracts through its integrated office in Abuja, Nigeria.
Through the Partnership for Supply Chain Management consortium, JSI implements the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) project for the US Government as part of the US President’s Emergency Plan for Aids Relief (PEPFAR). The purpose is to establish and operate a safe, secure, reliable and sustainable supply chain management system to procure pharmaceuticals and other products needed for the care and treatment of persons with HIV/AIDS and related infections. JSI implements the USAID | DELIVER Project, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), a global technical assistance project aimed at increasing the availability of essential health supplies through procurement services and assistance designed to strengthen health commodity supply chains in developing countries. 
JSI is looking to employ the following:
JOB TITLE: PILOT DDIC LMIS OFFICERS (2 POSITIONS)
The Logistics Management Information Service (LMIS) Officers will work under the guidance of the State Pilot Direct Delivery and information Capture (ODIC) Coordinator to provide oversight for all information technology related components of the ODIC pilot. specifically the Auto DRV and Top Up software and other related activities. The LMIS Officers will be based in Bauchi and Abakaliki.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to work as part of a team and work independently
At least 3 years of network administration and IT related experience
Proficiency in working with windows 2008 Server, Microsoft office suite 2010 and window 7
Strong knowledge of wireless and wired LAN technologies and protocols, network security
Should possess the following minimum skills and Qualifications
Bachelors degree in IT related discipline
Experience with supply chain management for health commodities
Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skill are highly desired
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct initial test of software and maintain communication with the DC based software development group
Manage and maintain upkeep of the laptops that are used by theTeam leaders
Responsible for backing up data routinely.
Responsible for ensuring that data transfer happens
Receive laptops and completed AutoDRV Commodity Receipts from the Team leader.
Migrate data from AutoDRVs software into Top Up software and analyze data for any errors.
Produce Summary Delivery Reports (SDRs) for State Coordinator to disseminate as required.
Highlight any outstanding LMIS issues and work with project staff to resolve the issues.
Develop strategies for maintaining and advancing IT infrastructure
Ensure availability of aU paper based IMIS forms
Conduct trainings on the use of AuloDRV
Perform other duties that may be assigned.
Perform network configuration and resolve problems with infrastructure support software at both the server and user level
Install new software releases and system upgrades
Provide both first and second level support, responding to problems and implementing planned changes.
Ensure that the software is working appropriately.
Troubleshoot any problems that arise; maintain a bug tracking sheet
Ensure data migration from AutoDRV to Top up happens on routine basis
Run system pertormance reports (such as the Summary Delivery Report)
Run any ad hoc reports from the software.
Provide any needed technical support to the Team leaders on the software
File and store hard copies of IMIS records. Ensure they align with the data recorded in the Top Up and AutoDRV software
TO APPLY
Interested applicants should submit cover letter and resume by e-mail to:   it-lmis@ng.jsi.com with job location and salary expectation boldly written at the top of the resume within two weeks of the publication of this advertisement. Please ensure that you write the position and location applied for in the subject line of your email, otherwise you may be disqualified.
JOHN SNOW, INC, IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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22 October 2012

Treasury Operations Manager at Guiness Nigeria Plc


Guiness Nigeria Plc - We are Guinness Nigeria, member of Diageo Plc the world's leading premium drinks business with an unrivalled collection of beverage alcohol & non-alcohol brands across the Spirits, Wine & Beer categories.

Diageo is the world's leading premium drinks business with an outstanding collection of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, beer and wine.We are continuously interested in talented individuals who want to progress their careers and make a difference to our business.

Job Title: Treasury Operations Manager

Location: Lagos

AutoReqId:
 34519BR

Reports To: Treasurer

Job Descripion
The Treasury Operations Manager will provide expertise support in the management of treasury operations to ensure proper utilisation of the Company’s liquid resources, maximise returns and eliminate exposure to financial loss. He / she will be responsible for proper cash management and keeping proper treasury ledgers. The incumbent must be abreast of financial activities within the environment and its impact on Guinness Nigeria as well as closely monitoring and maintaining our banking relationships.

Purpose of Role
The Treasury Operations Manager is required to play a significant role in the sub regional market to ensure that the functional/ business agendas are closely aligned in terms of cash flow planning and initiatives. The Treasury Operations Manager is also required to support in the implementation of Controls Assurance and Risk Management (CARM) controls on Order to Cash and Treasury activities.

Top Accountabilities
 
  • Execute day-to-day cash management and ensure they are done in line with Company objectives
  • Harmonisation of the treasury operations with other units within the Finance function for end-to-end overview of cash performance
  • First level direct interface with financial institutions for relationship management
  • Management of bank facilities to ensure adequate funding of working capital requirement
  • Negotiating loans and overdraft terms with Relationship Banks
  • Invest surplus cash in stable banks, maximise returns and minimize credit / default risks
  • Balance sheet and cash flow management
  • Infuencing decisions on Company finances e.g. funding of Company’s operation etc
  • Management of credit facilities to customers to support volume agenda
  • Management of export process and receipt of export expansion grants from the export council
  • Ensuring monthly provision for accruals on medium term loan interest, export grants e.t.c.
  • Manage the prompt payment of Royalties, Technical Service Fee (TSF) and dividends and the associated Withholding Tax
  • Ensure that all Foreign Exchange transactions comply with regulatory requirements
  • Ensure that authority schedules are adhered to for all treasury transactions
  • Periodic report on controllable cash flow and Business Performance Cash Report
Requirements 
  • Graduate caliber with a minimum of 5 years relevant post qualification experience
  • Professional membership of a recognized professional Accounting body
  • Ability to take commercial insights and translate into the Organisation & People Agenda
  • Proven ability to facilitate, persuade, influence and build credibility with all levels and all functions
  • Analytical, interpretative and decision-making skills
  • Excellent coaching and relationship building skills
  • Proven Integrity
  • Sound IT knowledge in the use of outlook (Excel, word and power point).
  • Working knowledge in accounting package-SAP (All modules) including vision
  • Excellent communication skill

Barriers to Success in Role
 
  • Inability to lead the relationship with preferred banks for the benefit of Guinness Nigeria Plc.
  • Lack of Management support for initiatives/ recommendations
  • Lack of clear understanding of government regulations and requirements on treasury operations in a multinational organization like Guinness Nigeria Plc.
Application Closing Date
31 October, 2012

How To Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here and apply online
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